Enrollment

This is an archived copy of the 2022-2023 catalog. To access the most recent version of the catalog, please visit http://ecatalog.socc.edu.

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER | STENSLAND HALL | 541-888-7352 (COOS) | 541-813-1667 (CURRY)

ADMISSIONS OFFICE | DELLWOOD HALL RM 4 | 541-888-7636 | 800-962-2838 EXT. 7636

Steps to Become a Laker 

Generally, Meet One of Following Requirements and have the Ability to Benefit from Instruction:

  • Are 18 years of age or older;
  • Have graduated from an accredited high school;
  • Have completed a General Education Development (GED®) certificate or an Adult High School Diploma; or
  • Were home schooled and have met state requirements for high school equivalency/completion.

Apply for Admissions

  • Visit Southwestern's webpage at www.socc.edu and click Getting Started to submit the application.  Complete Step 1.
  • For assistance contact either Student Success Center locations.  

Complete New Student Orientation

  • Complete the New Student Orientation at www.socc.edu.  Click Getting Started. Scroll down to complete step 2. To access the orientation you will need your student ID and the password you created. Get to know your student portal at https://mylakerlink.socc.edu/ as well as your ID number, and student email.

Schedule Intake Advising

  • Schedule an intake advising appointment by calling 541-888-7405 (Coos Campus) or 541-813-1669 (Curry Campus), or use the online scheduler located at www.socc.edu and select Getting Started.  Follow directions on Step 3.

  • Students can start scheduling intake advising appointments for the new academic year in May.

Secure Housing

Students required to live in housing must apply for housing prior to meeting with an intake advisor. Students can start applying for housing for the new academic year in October.

  • First time out of district freshman attending Coos Campus are required to live in student housing. (If you feel that you have an exception to the freshman housing requirement, you will need to contact Director of Housing Joe Belter at 541-888-7800 before you complete the application to discuss your situation.)
  • You may apply for housing by clicking here.

  • Additional information can be found on our website or by calling 541-888-7635.

Paying For College

  • Apply for Federal and State aid at FAFSA.gov. 
  • Check your personal email for supporting documents necessary for completing your file.
  • Send outside funding information (scholarships, agency support, etc.) to Coos or Curry Student Success Center locations.
  • SWOCC does not charge out-of-state tuition. 
  • Visit the Tuition and Fees webpage. 

Follow-Up

  • Follow up on the steps above by using the student portal ( https://mylakerlink.socc.edu/ICS/ ).
  • If you need any help contact the Student Success Center at Coos: 541-888-7352 or Curry: 541-813-1667.

The Application Process is Different for:

International Students

  • International students must meet federal immigration and college requirements before being admitted to Southwestern. International students whose native language is not English must also present satisfactory English proficiency scores to be eligible for admission. A list of accepted English proficiency exams and their relevant minimum scores can found here.
  • Students must complete the International Application for Admission form found on myLakerLink and submit the required supplemental documents listed in the application to the Coordinator of International Student Programs before the I-20 and acceptance letter may be issued. International transfer students must also submit transcripts from their previous college/university in order to receive credit for such courses at Southwestern. Transcripts originating from institutions outside of the USA must be in English. Please visit the International Student Program page at socc.edu for more information. 
  • The smaller family-style atmosphere of the Southwestern Coos Bay Campus provides a rich and safe environment for students of all nations and backgrounds to feel welcome and experience American culture. Life in student housing is especially advantageous for making friends and living in an English rich environment with a range of social and educational activities to take part in throughout the academic year.

Community Education (non-credit classes)

Transfer Students

  • Transfer students who plan to complete a degree and/or receive financial assistance must complete the application process and have official transcripts sent to Southwestern. Send all official transcripts to Southwestern Oregon Community College, ATTN: Transcript Evaluator, 1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay, OR 97420. 
  • Coursework from accredited colleges and universities will be accepted in accordance with college policies. Course credits transferred from other accredited colleges or universities are evaluated in terms of equivalency to Southwestern courses and/or applicability to Southwestern programs. All credits used to calculate the cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) are transferred; however, some of the credits may not apply to a student’s Southwestern program.
  • Southwestern Oregon Community College does not provide students copies of transcripts from other institutions they have attended. Students must contact their prior institutions to obtain copies of their transcripts. Once received by the College, students may view the transcripts from their other institutions at any time by submitting a written request to the Student Success Center.

Applicants Under 18 Years of Age (no High School diploma)

  • The College Now program provides high school students the opportunity to earn college credits while fulfilling high school graduation requirements. Students under the age of 18 who have not graduated from high school or earned a GED® must fill out the “Underage Student Agreement” or “High School Partnership” form. Forms and information can be found on myLakerLink.

  • College Now programs include: 

Dual Credit:  College credit classes taught at the high school by high school instructors 

Expanded Options:  College courses taught by the college instructors at the college or online 

Enhanced Options:  College Credit classes taught at/for the high school by college instructors 

Earned credit will be on students’ Southwestern transcripts. Credit transfer acceptability is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Course offerings vary by high school.  For more information, contact the high school counseling office or the Southwestern College Now staff at 541-888-7893 or collegenow@socc.edu.  

Special Admissions Programs

There are additional admission processes for restricted-entry courses, programs, and training opportunities which require a separate application:

For the specific application processes visit or call the Admissions Office in Dellwood Hall, Rm 4, 541-888-7636.